Reggie 

Alfred Conteh's painting, "Reggie", is executed in acrylic on canvas, a very contemporary choice that speaks to our moment. Conteh uses the quick-drying properties of the medium to create a distinctive surface effect. Note how the figure is built up through layers of flowing vertical lines. The dripping effect gives a sense of movement and instability, as if the figure is dissolving before our eyes, while the overall texture of the painting is smooth and even, reflecting the artist's skillful handling of the acrylic. The Coca-Cola logo on the figure's t-shirt, rendered in the same dripping style, speaks to the global reach of consumer culture, and the pressures it places on individuals. Here, Conteh links the act of painting with an incisive commentary on contemporary life. He elevates it beyond mere representation. By emphasizing the process, Conteh reminds us that the meaning of art lies not only in its subject but in the way it’s made.